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Wiki

ˈwɪki
Common
~ 4500
~ 4500, Common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Website that allows collaborative editing of its content and structure by its users, A software system that allows collaborative modification, extension, or deletion of its content and structure, A website that serves as an online encyclopedia where users can add, modify, or delete content

Wiki - Meanings

Website that allows collaborative editing of its content and structure by its users

Example: I found a helpful guide on how to fix my computer issue on the tech wiki.
Usage: informalContext: online communities, information sharing
Note: Wikis are commonly used for knowledge sharing and collaboration.

A software system that allows collaborative modification, extension, or deletion of its content and structure

Example: Our team uses a wiki to keep track of project updates and documentation.
Usage: formalContext: business, project management
Note: Wikis are often used in organizations for internal knowledge management.

A website that serves as an online encyclopedia where users can add, modify, or delete content

Example: Wikipedia is a well-known wiki that contains information on a wide range of topics.
Usage: formalContext: research, academic
Note: Wikis like Wikipedia are popular resources for gathering information.

Wiki's synonyms

collaborative website

A collaborative website is a platform where multiple users can work together to create and edit content.
Example: Wikipedia is a popular collaborative website where users can contribute and edit articles.
Note: This term emphasizes the collaborative aspect of a wiki-type platform.

crowdsourced platform

A crowdsourced platform relies on contributions from a large number of users to generate content.
Example: The information on the crowdsourced platform is constantly updated by users around the world.
Note: This term highlights the aspect of content creation and management by a collective group of users.

open-editing website

An open-editing website permits unrestricted access for users to edit and modify information.
Example: The open-editing website allows anyone to make changes and updates to the content.
Note: This term emphasizes the freedom for users to edit content without restrictions.

Wiki expressions, common phrases

wiki page

A wiki page refers to a webpage that can be edited collaboratively by multiple users.
Example: I updated the wiki page with new information about the project.
Note: The term 'wiki page' specifically refers to a webpage within a wiki platform, whereas 'wiki' alone refers to the platform itself.

wiki editing

Wiki editing involves modifying or adding content to a wiki page to keep information up to date.
Example: She is skilled in wiki editing and regularly updates the company's knowledge base.
Note: While 'wiki' refers to the platform, 'wiki editing' focuses on the specific action of editing content within the platform.

wiki contributor

A wiki contributor is someone who actively participates in creating or editing content on a wiki platform.
Example: As a wiki contributor, he has added valuable insights to various articles.
Note: Unlike 'wiki' which refers to the platform, 'wiki contributor' identifies the individual who contributes to the platform.

wiki community

The wiki community consists of users who engage in discussions, edit content, and maintain the wiki platform collectively.
Example: The wiki community collaborates to ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
Note: While 'wiki' denotes the platform itself, 'wiki community' emphasizes the collective group of users who contribute to it.

wiki format

Wiki format refers to the structured layout and design used for presenting content on a wiki page.
Example: The information is presented in a clear and organized wiki format for easy navigation.
Note: In contrast to 'wiki' which refers to the platform, 'wiki format' specifies the visual and organizational style of content within the platform.

wiki software

Wiki software refers to the tools or applications used to create and manage wiki platforms.
Example: Our team is considering different wiki software options for our knowledge management system.
Note: While 'wiki' refers to the platform, 'wiki software' focuses on the specific software applications used to support and operate the platform.

wiki knowledge base

A wiki knowledge base is a repository of information and resources accessible to users for reference and learning.
Example: The wiki knowledge base contains a wealth of information that employees can reference.
Note: Unlike 'wiki' which denotes the platform, 'wiki knowledge base' highlights the specific function of storing and sharing knowledge within the platform.

Wiki everyday (slang) expressions

wiki

Used as a verb to mean to quickly look up information on the internet, especially on a collaborative website like Wikipedia.
Example: Let's do a quick wiki search to find more information.
Note: In this context, 'wiki' is used as a verb rather than a noun.

wikid

A slang term derived from 'wiki' to mean something cool, interesting, or innovative.
Example: That's a wikid idea! Let's implement it.
Note: It's an informal, colloquial way of expressing approval, different from the original term.

wikify

To make information or content publicly accessible and editable, similar to collaborative editing on a wiki platform.
Example: I'll wikify this document so everyone can contribute to it.
Note: Used as a verb to indicate the process of making something collaborative and open for editing.

wikizen

A person who is highly skilled or knowledgeable in navigating and using online resources or wikis for information.
Example: She's a real wikizen when it comes to researching online.
Note: It refers to a person's expertise in using online resources, particularly wikis, unlike the general term 'wiki'.

wikillectual

A blend of 'wiki' and 'intellectual', referring to someone who is knowledgeable due to extensive reading or researching on wikis or the internet.
Example: He's such a wikillectual; he knows so much about various topics.
Note: Combines 'wiki' with 'intellectual' to highlight someone's expertise gained from online sources, distinct from the original term.

wikiganda

A portmanteau of 'wiki' and 'propaganda', used to refer to misinformation, biased content, or fake news found on wikis or online platforms.
Example: Be careful of wikiganda, not everything you read online is true.
Note: It combines 'wiki' with 'propaganda' to warn about misleading or false information on the internet, showing a negative aspect of information dissemination.

wikiable

Denoting information or content that is open to collaborative editing or updating, similar to how content on a wiki site functions.
Example: This data is wikiable, meaning it can be freely edited by anyone.
Note: Introduces the term 'wikiable' to indicate that information is editable, adapting the term from the concept of online wikis.

Wiki - Examples

The information on this topic can be found on the wiki.
I often use the wikiszótár to look up new words.
The wikimedia foundation supports various open-source projects.

Wiki grammar

Wiki - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: wiki
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
wiki Contains 2 syllables: wi • ki
Phonetic transcription: ˈwi-kē
wi ki , ˈwi (The red syllable is stressed)

Wiki - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
wiki: ~ 4500 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.